Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Psychology

The Department of Psychology at Wake Forest University invites applications for two tenure-track positions in Quantitative Methods Within an Open Content Area to begin July, 2019. We are seeking applicants with comparable expertise in both quantitative methods and a content area that connects to existing strengths of the Department. The ideal candidates will publish and teach in their content area and quantitative methods. The successful candidates will supervise undergraduate research assistants and honors students as well as Masters students.

The Department is in the process of developing a focus in quantitative methods, and the successful candidates should have an interest in taking an active role in the development of quantitative academic programming and activities. We have a strong commitment to the development of a diverse and inclusive educational environment and seek applicants who share this value.

The Department offers BA and research-oriented general MA degrees.  Additional information about the Department is available at http://college.wfu.edu/psychology

Wake Forest University is a private, coeducational institution dedicated to academic excellence in liberal arts, graduate and professional education.  The University is ranked among the top thirty national universities by U.S. News and World Report.  Wake Forest offers a vibrant intellectual community with a rich cultural life, an impressive array of facilities and an active athletics community.  The University has a deep institutional commitment to public service and engagement with the world, as indicated by the motto “pro humanitate.”  For quick facts about the University, go to http://www.wfu.edu/visitors/quickfacts.html

To apply, please send (1) a cover letter, (2) a vita, (3) a research statement, (4) a statement of teaching philosophy, (5) evidence of teaching effectiveness if available, and (6) a statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion through mentorship, teaching and/or research, to psyjobs@wfu.edu. Additionally, at least three signed, confidential letters of recommendation must be sent via email to psyjobs@wfu.edu. Please feel free to email psyjobs@wfu.edu with any questions. Applications will be processed from September 10^th until the positions are filled.

In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations for all final faculty candidates being considered for employment.

 

Wake Forest University welcomes and encourages diversity and inclusion and seeks applications from women and members of underrepresented groups. It seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce to maintain the excellence of the University.

 

 

 

 

R. Michael Furr

Professor

Department of Psychology

Wake Forest University